Join our growing team – 2 additional roles to the team - Senior Analyst and Analyst levels With the foundation set and several key roles already in place, we are now ready for the next experienced Financial Crime Analyst PLUS a Senior Financial Crime Analyst to join our expanding Financial Crime team, within our Client Onboarding and Matter Engagement Team under the Risk Management umbrella. Flexibility to be Sydney or Brisbane based Who are we? We are Mallesons. The top-tier independent firm from Australia, a full-service firm trusted on the most complex and consequential matters across our region and around the world. We’ve been part of Australia’s story for almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters. Our independence gives us the flexibility to combine our extensive top tier full-service capability with the best advisers in every market. With deep expertise, collective judgment and genuine collaboration, we cut through complexity so our clients can move forward with confidence and make more happen. Role Detail Our Client Onboarding and Matter Engagement Team (COMET) is growing as our AML/CTF and Financial Crime responsibilities expand, and as we embark on a Strategic Program to optimise the firm’s governance, business acceptance and engagement risk & compliance policies, processes, systems and controls (governance framework). Several initial hires have already joined, and we are now recruiting further roles to complete and strengthen this strategic team. Reporting to the Sydney based Financial Crime Business Acceptance Manager, you will be responsible for playing a key role in preventing, detecting, and mitigating financial crimes within the Firm. You will collaborate with subject-matter experts to help the Firm comply with Anti-Money Laundering (AML), Counter-Terrorism Financing (CTF), and financial crime regulations. Your responsibilities will include managing risks from the Firm’s New Business Intake (NBI) and throughout the client lifecycle, as well as supporting compliance related to employees and procurement. You'll conduct client and matter due diligence checks to ensure AML, CTF, and sanctions compliance, and help identify and manage regulatory, reputational, and strategic risks. Additionally, you will support efforts to enhance the Firm’s global NBI systems, processes, and governance related to financial crime compliance. The differences for the Senior Analyst will be depth of experience and then the scope of responsibilities from an escalation perspective, aligned to level. About You You will be logical by nature, and pragmatic by approach. You will align to our guiding principles of betterment, quality and clarity and be excited about the opportunity to contribute. Working collaboratively with the Financial Crime Business Acceptance Manager you will be valued, respected and included. With an excellence without arrogance approach, you will need: Experience in financial crime compliance, anti-money laundering (AML), counter-terrorism financing (CTF), or similar regulatory environments (preferably in legal, banking, or professional services). Familiarity with due diligence—knowing how to research and verify client info using databases and public records. Understanding of risk management in client onboarding or business intake processes. Strong attention to detail, as you’ll be working with sensitive legal and financial information. Analytical and investigative skills—you need to spot red flags and decide when to dig deeper. Communication skills—you’ll work with internal stakeholders and need to explain your findings clearly. Ability to manage workload independently, staying on top of tasks and escalations. Relevant professional certification from ACAMS, ICA or other A bachelor's degree in law, finance or business administration Additional for Senior Analyst: A high level of experience relating to onboarding and periodic reviews of corporate clients. Strong knowledge of anti-money laundering (AML) and counter-terrorist financing (CTF) regulations in Australia and Singapore. Have a good understanding of red flags in a professional services environment. Previous experience in a Client Due Diligence role (2-3 years) Next Steps Please click ‘Apply Now’ to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you’re applying and your resume to support your experience. Applications close COB Friday 24th April 2026. If you have any questions or need any further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Bridget on 02) 9296 3563. If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia. Why work with us? We build careers that go everywhere. Mallesons is a special place to work where anything is possible, ambitions are limitless and diversity and inclusion play an important role. It’s a place where you will collaborate with exceptional colleagues and clients , where you will sharpen your edge and support others to do the same, where you will make a difference you can be proud of . You will have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits , policies and process that will support you to achieve your career goals. Together we learn. Together we master. Together we lead. Diversity and Inclusion Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people’s different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages. If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at Mallesons. We have a range of inclusive hiring practices – if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email careers@mallesons.com
